American Tai Chi & Qigong Association

Certifications, Membership & Resources for Tai Chi & Qigong People

For Mental Health

  • Home
  • How Tai Chi Creates Lasting Calm

How Tai Chi Creates Lasting Calm

It is well known that Tai Chi as a mind-body practice can reduce stress and bring a sense of calm. But a 2025 study published by Frontiers in Psychology shows…

Calm That Lasts: How Tai Chi Builds the Skill of Emotional Regulation (Tutorial)

If you signed in as a member or a certified instructor/practitioner but cannot view the PDF embedded in this page, please go to our store to check out the PDF…

Tai Chi’s Emotional Edge in Post-Cancer Recovery: A New Study Reveals Where It Shines

We’ve long known that Tai Chi helps people feel more centered, more relaxed, and more emotionally balanced. But what happens when we put it head-to-head against another gold-standard therapy—one that’s…

Tai Chi’s Unique Edge in Post-Cancer Emotional Recovery

This study, collaborated by University of Calgary, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto and Harvard Medical School answers questions like these: “How does Tai Chi compare to other evidence-based mind-body therapies?…

How 20 Minutes of Tai Chi Can Be a Reset Button for Mental Fatigue

Mental fatigue is a growing concern among college students and young adults, driven by sustained cognitive effort, screen time, and academic or social stress. Characterized by diminished attention, slower reaction…

Basic Tai Chi & Qigong Moves, Real Health Gains

Tai Chi and Qigong might conjure up images of flowing movements and deep focus—but here’s the twist: even the simplest, beginner-level version of these practices can spark real health improvements.…

How 20 Minutes of Tai Chi Can Be a Reset Buttonfor College Students’ Mental Fatigue (Tutorial)

Tai Chi and Qigong for Seniors: Ease Anxiety and Depression Naturally

Anxiety and depression aren’t just challenges for younger generations — they’re deeply affecting older adults too. But what if the answer isn’t found in another prescription? New research reveals that…

From Chaos to Clarity: How Tai Chi and Qigong Transformed My Life

By Caroline Hatfield (ATCQA-certified Tai Chi Instructor – Level III) I never expected that ancient practices like Tai Chi and Qigong would become my lifeline, my anchor, and ultimately, my…

Tai Chi and Qigong for Seniors: Ease Anxiety and Depression Naturally (Tutorial)

💭 Why Mental Health Support for Seniors Matters As the global population ages, one of the most pressing challenges we face is preserving not just physical health, but also emotional…